Sound Deadening

[Bug]

Hi I am new here but not to flooring. I've done a half a dozen or so floors. This time I am installing pre-finished Bamboo, on an old single layer sub-floor. This is on the thrid floor and sound transmitting threw to the second floor is an issue. I am thinking of using cork and was wondering if 1/4" is enough? Or do I need to go to 1/2'. I am also thinking Laying down 1/4" peg board as well. For 3 reasons 1) to level a rather ruff surface 2) I can get it cheap and 3) I thought the peg board might help some with the sound deadening. Oh yes this is just an ordinary apartment living space. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks, Richard

 

[Carpet]

Hi I am new here but not to flooring. I've done a half a dozen or so floors. This time I am installing pre-finished Bamboo, on an old single layer sub-floor. This is on the thrid floor and sound transmitting threw to the second floor is an issue. I am thinking of using cork and was wondering if 1/4" is enough? Or do I need to go to 1/2'. I am also thinking Laying down 1/4" peg board as well. For 3 reasons 1) to level a rather ruff surface 2) I can get it cheap and 3) I thought the peg board might help some with the sound deadening. Oh yes this is just an ordinary apartment living space. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks, Richard

There are several foam products as well. They tend to be less expensive and achieve higher sound transmission ratings than cork.

 

[devon]

Hi I am new here but not to flooring. I've done a half a dozen or so floors. This time I am installing pre-finished Bamboo, on an old single layer sub-floor. This is on the thrid floor and sound transmitting threw to the second floor is an issue. I am thinking of using cork and was wondering if 1/4" is enough? Or do I need to go to 1/2'. I am also thinking Laying down 1/4" peg board as well. For 3 reasons 1) to level a rather ruff surface 2) I can get it cheap and 3) I thought the peg board might help some with the sound deadening. Oh yes this is just an ordinary apartment living space. Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks, Richard

Hi there. I know it is just an ordinary living space but installing a sound deadening floor accessory will make your home comfortable.
I have installed AbsorbaSound underlayment in my kid’s bedroom. AbsorbaSound is made of crosslink polyethylene foam that provides superior cushioning, sound absorption and protection for under your floor. It is also available with special moisture resistant film and self sealing tape for additional moisture protection and ease of installation.

 

[Floorist]

I would check the maker of the bamboo flooring and see what they recommend.

 

[globalwf]

Aound deadening floor underlayments are especially important in condos and apartment buildings where noise control is a must. Proflex and Mapei have sound deadening properties that will exceed common cork underlayment. Thee most common type is acoustical cork.

 

[tradesmen11]

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